Pitsso Dladla intends to use the success of Durban City as a model for Golden Arrows' success

Following a successful season with Durban City, Pitsso Dladla has taken on a new challenge at Lamontville Golden Arrows. The former Durban City coach stated that his significant victory in the Nedbank Cup last season changed his perspective, and he sees faith and meticulous planning as the foundation of his future goals.

Arrival at Golden Arrows

Dladla has been appointed head coach of the Abafana Bes'thende before the start of the new tournament, replacing Mankobu Mngkiti, who left the team from KwaZulu-Natal to take up a new position at Tanzanian giant Young Africans.

Successes at Durban City

This move concludes an unusual rise for Dladla. Last season, he was appointed as an interim replacement for Gavin Hunt at the recently promoted Durban City. In a short time, Dladla led the City team to a fairytale victory in the Nedbank Cup and also helped them secure a spot in the top eight of the league.

Future Plans

Taking charge of the KZN club, Dladla understands that leading Arrows to trophies could fundamentally change his coaching career. He noted: 'I think it gives me a sense of confidence that it is possible. If you prepare well and want it, then you can do it.'

He added that the Lamontville Golden Arrows team discusses preparation for every match while avoiding excessive pressure. Despite the team facing difficulties due to the absence of key players from last season, including influential stars Isaac Sisse and Pulé Mmodi, Dladla is confident in the ability of the club's basic structures to handle this loss.

Squad Planning

Dladla explained that something remarkable is happening at Arrows: 'If you look at the players who left, they have been replaced by certain players. When they left, we couldn't believe we would get their replacements.'

He assured that every player in the squad is ready to replace those who left and compete with them, emphasizing the existence of a very good succession plan at Golden Arrows.

For Dladla, the main task now is to instill a winning mentality that allows maintaining momentum throughout a demanding season. He concluded: 'As long as we can achieve good stability in terms of winning matches, where if we win today, we win next Saturday or midweek, we need consistent victories. I think it is just a matter of consistency.'

uza.uzJuly 30, 11:30

Taekwondo athletes from 10 countries gathered in Tashkent for the 'Tashkent Summer Camp-2026'

A training camp called 'Tashkent Summer Camp-2026' is taking place in the capital, involving representatives of various age groups from ten countries in the discipline of taekwondo.

Participants and Venue

This international gathering is organized at the 'Universal' sports complex in Tashkent. Teams from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Russia, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Kuwait are participating. Over 600 young taekwondo athletes are taking part in the event.

Goals and Duration of the Event

This international training camp is conducted under the supervision of coaches who prepared winners and medalists of World Championships and Olympic Games. The event will last until August 2.

iol.co.zaJuly 30, 11:29

FIFA launches investigation into Argentina over player conduct after World Cup final and Falklands flag

FIFA announced on Wednesday that it has initiated proceedings against several Argentine players due to their behavior following the loss to Spain in the World Cup final.

Incidents After the Final

Several Argentine players and staff members confronted their Spanish counterparts after the final whistle of the match held in New York. Spain won 1–0 after extra time.

The incidents involved Argentine players, including Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada, and Leandro Paredes, as well as Argentine official Roberto Ayala. The clash also included Spanish player Pablo Martín Páez Gavira.

Disciplinary Charges

Cases have been opened against five individuals with charges ranging from assault to unsportsmanlike conduct. Furthermore, FIFA will investigate an incident during the semi-final when Argentina defeated England 2–1. During this match, players held a banner reading: 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' (Falkland Islands are Argentine).

FIFA stated that the proceedings would address potential violations of the global governing body's rules concerning the use of sporting events to display non-sporting character, improper team conduct, discrimination, and racist abuse, as well as match order and safety.

This decision comes amid 'discriminatory chants and gestures, late starts, failure to comply with match protocols and safety, display of inappropriate messages by the team and spectators, and throwing objects by spectators in connection with several matches of the Argentine national team at the FIFA World Cup 2026.'

olhardigital.com.brJuly 30, 11:10

Coritiba and Cruzeiro face off in Brasileirão 2026 this Thursday

Coritiba and Cruzeiro will compete in a match valid for the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship this Thursday, July 30, 2026. The game is scheduled for 9:30 PM Brasília time and will be held at Couto Pereira Stadium, located in Curitiba, Paraná.

Broadcast and Match Details

Those interested in following the clash can watch it live on SporTV and Premiere channels. The event is part of the Brasileirão 2026, corresponding to the 21st round.

Lineups and Refereeing

The probable formations have been disclosed, indicating for Coritiba the players Pedro Rangel; Bruno Melo, Maranhão, Cóser, Tinga; Gomez, Thiago Santos, Josué; Breno Lopes, Ronier, Pedro Rocha, under the technical command of Fernando Seabra. Cruzeiro is expected to feature Otávio; Fagner, Fabrício Bruno, Jonathan Jesus, Gabriel Rojas; Lucas Romero, Matheus Henrique, Matheus Pereira; Arroyo, Kaio Jorge, Wanderson, commanded by Artur Jorge.

The refereeing of the game will be conducted by Wagner do Nascimento Magalhães, who acts as the main referee, assisted by Brigida Cirilo Ferreira and Leone Carvalho Rocha. The VAR system will be operated by Ilbert Estevam da Silva. It is important to note that the definitive lineups will be announced approximately one hour before the start of the match.

Current Team Situation

Regarding recent performance, Coritiba, after a good phase in the Brasileirão, has registered unfavorable results. After the World Cup break, the Paranaense team was defeated by Flamengo and drew against Bragantino. Currently, Coritiba occupies tenth place in the Brazilian Championship, with 27 points and without winning in the last three games.

For its part, Cruzeiro returned from the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Internacional. However, subsequently, they suffered a home defeat to Botafogo. The Minas Gerais team is also ranked eleventh in the table, possessing an equal 27 points.